About Shaft
The surname Shaft is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "sceaft," meaning "shaft" or "pole." It was likely an occupational surname given to someone who worked with or made shafts, such as arrows or spears. The name may have also been used to describe someone tall or slender, resembling a shaft or pole. Overall, the surname Shaft is associated with an occupational or descriptive origin related to shafts or poles.
The surname Shaft is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shaft based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Shaft in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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